{"title":"Tool Kits","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsole tool kits and repair bundles, the dedicated parts catalog for opening, repairing and modding consoles at ZedLabz.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"browse-by\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBrowse tool kits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/screwdrivers-1\"\u003eScrewdrivers and toolkits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/prying-opening-tools\"\u003ePrying and opening tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/soldering-1\"\u003eSoldering tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/modding-tools\"\u003eAll modding tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/cutting-tools\"\u003eCutting and stripping tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsole mods and repairs need a small but specific tool set. Phillips PH00, tri-wing Y-bit (Game Boy family), Torx T8 (Xbox), plastic pry tools, ESD-safe tweezers and (for some jobs) a temperature-controlled iron and flux. Tool kits bundle the essentials together so you can start without buying ten separate items. We stock kits sized from beginner shell-swap level through to fuller modder benches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuick picks by skill level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy entry point:\u003c\/strong\u003e a basic shell-swap kit. Phillips, tri-wing and a plastic pry tool. Covers most no-solder mods and shell repairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe crowd favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e a console-repair kit, adds Torx T8, fine tweezers, ESD wristband and a small driver set. Covers pad and console teardowns across PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo families.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe pro choice:\u003c\/strong\u003e a full modder bench bundle, the above plus a Miniware TS101 iron, flux, solder, desoldering braid and a magnifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat to look for in a tool kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRight bits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Phillips PH00, tri-wing Y-bit (Nintendo handhelds), Torx T8 (Xbox), Pentalobe (PSP\/Vita screws on some revisions). A kit missing the Game Boy's tri-wing isn't useful for Game Boy mods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic pry tool\u003c\/strong\u003e: metal spudgers scratch shells. A kit with both metal and plastic options gives the best of both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESD-safe tweezers\u003c\/strong\u003e: for handling small components without static damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecent quality drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e: soft-metal cheap drivers strip Phillips heads on the first job. A kit with hardened bits pays for itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide delivery with tracking on every order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/screwdrivers-1\"\u003eScrewdrivers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/prying-opening-tools\"\u003ePrying tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/soldering-1\"\u003eSoldering tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/modding-tools\"\u003eAll modding tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/esd-work-area\"\u003eESD work area\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003csection itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConsole tool kits. FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat tools do I need to mod a Game Boy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eFor shell swaps, IPS drop-ins and button refreshes: a Phillips PH00, a tri-wing Y-bit (the Game Boy uses tri-wing for the outer shell), a plastic pry tool and ESD tweezers. For audio mods or USB-C battery installs, add a temperature-controlled iron, solder and flux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDo I need ESD protection for casual mods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eFor shell swaps and button replacements, the risk is low, the components you handle are robust. For board-level work, audio mods or USB-C installs that touch the IC pins, an ESD wristband and mat are good practice. Better to learn good habits early than zap a board on your first repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs a budget tool kit good enough?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eFor occasional shell swaps, yes, but cheap drivers strip screw heads quickly, and stripped screws are a much bigger problem than the cost saving. A mid-tier kit with hardened bits typically lasts years. The Miniware TS101 is a popular starting iron in our soldering range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat's the one tool that surprises new modders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eA magnetised tray. Trying to keep track of ten tiny screws between disassembly and reassembly is the most frustrating part of any first repair. A small magnetised tray (or a labeled silicone mat) saves a surprising amount of grief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"universal-magnetic-pcb-component-holder-fixture-helping-hand-for-soldering-repairs-projects-100-x-140mm-zedlabz","title":"Universal magnetic pcb component holder fixture helping hand for soldering repairs \/ projects 100 x 140mm | ZedLabz","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Universal small PCB holder with magnetic fixtures\u003cbr\u003e- Aluminium plate size 100 x 140mm\u003cbr\u003e- Includes 6 magnetic pins\u003cbr\u003e- Two holes provide the option to fix down to a bench\u003cbr\u003e- Ideal for electronics repairs and modding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHolding or positioning a PCB to solder for a repair or wiring can be a challenge, you can never have enough hands, but it does not have to be so difficult, you just need the right tools for the job.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis simple magnetic universal holder makes it easier to do various soldering and repair work by holding the PCB steady and suspended in the air for better access.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimply wedge the PCB between the provided magnets to instantly hold the PCB, the holder will generally except a board up to 100 x 140 mm however overhanging of a longer board is possible, providing you can still get to the plate to attach magnets around two sides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSix magnets are included, all parts are anodised for durability and safe with head such as soldering. 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